Assistant/Associate/Professor - Chronic Illness (cardiovascular, pulmonary,) Symptom Science, Wellness

Title: Assistant/Associate/Professor - Chronic Illness (cardiovascular, pulmonary,) Symptom Science, Wellness
Division Name: Academic Affairs
College/Unit: Mennonite College of Nursing
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

Nursing education is preparing the nurse of the future to function in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment. MCN seeks to prepare nurses at all levels of the education spectrum to meet the needs of the healthcare environment of the future.
At Illinois State University’s Mennonite College of Nursing we believe that nurses need to lead that change. Our Vision is to be a community that sets the standard for excellence in nursing education and practice, improving health locally and globally, and changing the world one exceptionally well-prepared nurse at a time. We are open, inclusive and purposeful. We value life-long, curious learners. We celebrate the personal and professional accomplishments of our colleagues.

We invite you to join us!!!

We are currently accepting applications for a nine-month, tenure track assistant, associate or professor at Illinois State University Mennonite College of Nursing. We seek candidates with a passion for student centered teaching and learning, and expertise in one or more of the following areas: Mental Health, Pediatrics, Adult Health, Medical/Surgical Nursing, Leadership.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Teach in undergraduate and/or graduate programs
• Engage in a program of research, including pursuit of research funding, data-based publications and national/international professional presentations.
• Advise and mentor students
• Contribute to faculty governance

For over 100 years, Mennonite College of Nursing (MCN) has strived for innovation and excellence. As the only professional college at Illinois State University, we offer traditional and online programs, including prelicensure, RN-BSN, and accelerated Baccalaureate degrees, a Master of Science in Nursing, a PhD in Nursing Science and a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Our undergraduate students consistently perform above the national average on the NCLEX and US News and World Report has ranked our MSN program among the best. We strive to be a leader in research related to cardiac health, chronic illness, aging, symptom science and wellness. MCN is an excellent environment for candidates seeking balance between scholarship and teaching along with a high quality of life in a welcoming environment.

Additional Information

Illinois State University: IllinoisState.edu, was founded in 1857 as Illinois’ first public university. We enroll approximately 21,000 students in six colleges. Our new strategic plan, Excellence by Design: 2024-2029, lists our seven core values: Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship; Individualized Attention; Equity, Diversity, Access, and Belonging; Collaboration; Community and Civic Engagement; Respect; and Integrity. By acting on these values, we create a learning environment that results in our university being the first-choice public university in Illinois for high-achieving, motivated students who seek an individualized educational experience combined with the resources of a large university. Learn more about Illinois State’s Metrics of Excellence at IllinoisState.edu/PointsofPride.

Bloomington-Normal: Illinois State University is located in the growing twin cities of Bloomington and Normal, with a metro population of approximately 172,000. The community is also home to Illinois Wesleyan University, Heartland Community College, St. Joseph Medical Center, Carle BroMenn Medical Center, COUNTRY Financial, State Farm Insurance’s International Headquarters, Central Illinois Regional Airport, and electric truck manufacturer Rivian Motors. The community has distinguished itself for its outstanding school systems, and its citizens’ high level of educational attainment, as well as its parks and recreation, health care, vibrant fine arts scene, job growth, economic opportunity, historic sites, and low crime rates. Bloomington made Livability’s top 100 Best Places to Live (2024) and ranked No. 3 on College Values Online’s list of Best Small College Towns in America (2024). Bloomington-Normal is conveniently located about three hours from Indianapolis; two hours from both Chicago and St. Louis; and an hour from Peoria, Champaign-Urbana, Decatur, and Springfield. Many of these locations are accessible from Bloomington-Normal via Amtrak, which is located one block from Illinois State’s campus. For more information on our community, visit visitbn.org.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

Salary and initial appointment are commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications

1. PhD in Nursing or related field,  DNP, EdD, or DrPH  (Master’s in Nursing required if doctora